1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 230 | Volare |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |